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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 12, 1904

Page

3

Smith Nomination Aims at Speaker Amid Congressional Turmoil

Washington Maine reports a chaotic House session. Speaker Cannon may appoint a committee to probe Bristow era charges against members and employees. W A Smith of Michigan sparked debate on Roosevelt era implications and party loyalties amid anti Roosevelts positioning.

Washington Maine Hriston Dris- Tow Tle House Membre Congress Congressmay W. A. Smith Mishigen Los Aniesiit Smith Num Tistow Clayton Myerstreat API Posnte Hlpe Tomenway Mae Crumparker Aimer Mursture Oth Sidies Burleson Risstow Ife Meir Wwe Moosevelt Canter

Man Exposes Metal Contract Scandal in Chicago

In Chicago March an individual named Hyrden testified against Ryston and Ch securing excess payments on sheet metal contracts. The Board of Education faced pressure as installments were due by year end. Hyrden’s revelations led to the indictment of a major party in the scheme.

Chicago Ryston & Ch Palitfadta Hyrden

President Promotes Robb to Attorney General

Washington March 12 says Charles He Roth was sent to the Senate by the president for the post of attorney general. Robb now as assistant attorney general for the post at hand. The move reflects changes in the investigation and petition of the postal service agency.

Robb Washington Charles He Roth Verne Gener Senate Saturay Postal Fede

Great Flood Loss in Pennsylvania

The report notes extensive property damage in Pennsylvania from a great flood with numerous ruined homes and infrastructure. It cites authorities estimating widespread impact and warns residents to prepare for continued inclement conditions.

Pennsylvania Wilrmsbarrl

Double Tragedy in Gotham

New York reports a couple found dead at their home after a violent incident. Authorities say Robert and his wife died in a suspected murder suicide, with the husband leaving a note before taking his life.

Gotham New York Robert

Sentenced Prize Fighter in Oklahoma Fight Case

Guthrie Oklahoma March 2 aneeidy Pete Everett and Tom Trey prize fighters were sentenced at Tecumseh Friday to one year in the pen for taking part in a fight in Oklahoma.

Guthrie O. T Aneeidy Pete Everett Tom Trey Tecumseh Oklshema

May Get Four More Rural Mail Carriers

Postmaster McGhinis states Washington directs adding rural carriers. About four appointments likely. Applications due within ten days from Saturday. Rural carriers would serve suburban territory, extending city delivery. The move follows inspector inquiries into mail service expansion.

McGhinis Washington Indianapolis Atsc

Reform Mayor Steps Down In West Virginia City

McMechen West Virginia reform mayor Robert Hobbs resigned amid moral concerns about city life and closures. Hobbs had ordered shuttering of certain businesses and vowed to curb unrest, saying the city faced an unforgiving path and that reform efforts were unlikely to succeed.

Reform Mayer Wheeling Robert Ta Hobbs McMrehen W. Va Priv Bu Nese Fm Sur

RICAMUND Van March L A bundle of arrows wedding tale

A fragmentary notice tells of Fouls Thivtain hamveetved In and the wedding announcement on arrows. It mentions the bridegroom who left home years ago and has since lived with Indians in the Territory. He plans to bring his Indian bride to Tase well County for the wedding.

Ricamund van March Tasewell County

Mad Mullah Has Had Enough

In a scrambled wartime note from Paris, Mareel Hapind claims the mad mogul in Sormatland has pressed for a peace offer. He asserts an Italian government surrender proposal was refused by Italian authorities in Rome, who would not hand over the figure to the Eagle.

Mullah Paris Mareel Hapind Sormatland Italan Rane Nave Annede

Fire destroys Tremont house and other buildings at Ripon

March blaze devastates Tremont house and Praderick hall. Es cholUs grerary and Fyerte's shoe store suffer damage. Masonic hall and Commonwealth newspaper punt also affected. Fire-chief Braver of Gshkosh reported injured as rescue crews battled the flames.

Ripon Tylon Wik Tremont House Praderick Hall EscholUs Grerary Fyerte Commonwealth Punt Masonic Hall Pire Braver Gshkosh Ines

Small Hotel Porter in Clinton County Court Case

Fragmentary OCR notes report a hotel porter in Clinton County involved in a case at county court. The text mentions Fred Shean and a defection of hotel porters, with references to Jackson and a county setting, though details are unclear.

Fred Shean Countey Clinton Hoz

Increase in Writing Surges in February Reports

Fragmentary report notes March 12 and February figures showing a 97 percent rise in writing activity. Mentions Gress holding office and "recripts" at 14 largest assets during a February show, with unclear context and several garbled phrases.

Gress

A Nommermon Party Emerges in Salt Lake City

In Salt Lake City Utah on March 1 preliminary steps for a new party were taken amid murmurs of Fricka and Mading gentites. The organization aims to establish a Nommermon slate through initial meetings and endorsements as part of local political activity.

Salt Labe City Utah Fricka Mading

City Life News Brief on Local Events and Officials

A preliminary summary of recent city happenings notes activity at Hevelamin Pharewon and Brightwood, with reflections on past winters and Salvathon broadcasts. Authorities report several dismissals and disciplinary actions, including officers and workers facing charges or penalties, and the ongoing investigation into a local incident.

Eight Cents Pledge To Emanuel Baptist Church

In Sunny School at Emanuel Baptist Church a young boy Master Karl Gooden contributes eight cents toward building the new church. He sends the fund with a note instructing to keep it safe until a larger donation is ready. The red sack is placed with the pastor for safekeeping until the next contribution.

Emanuel Baptist Church Karl Gooden

Buffalo Bill Seeks Divorce in Wyoming Suit

Buffalo Bill Cody has filed for divorce in Wyoming alleging cruelty by his wife. The case lists El Paso County matters and notes the couple were married in St. Mathis in 18—.

Buffalo Bill Dunver Col March Cl Willan F. Cody Wyoming Cody

SPECIAL COMMITTEE WASSINGTOS OPENING OF SEAMAN MEETING

The fragment references a special committee and several congressional members including Cannon and others from states like Massachusetts New Jersey Georgia and Alaska. It notes an immediate opening and mentions a party alignment with Democrats and republicans and a list of regions. The text is a damaged OCR snippet lacking clear actions or outcomes.

Wassingtos Maren Ture Cannon Sajurlas aOnee Dristow Maree Agaliet Massaenisette Hairdossy Miele Patio Ata Metcaliy Chignreca Democrats McDormont New Jersey Hartwrt Georgia Wehardeon Alaskam

Woodmen Go 10 Cicero Initiation Banquet Evening Event

Woodmen go to Cicero on Saturday for Cedar camp and Sta Fon camp initiation. Mentors of the M W of 4 accompany the candidates as Cedar camp and the degree team of Sta Fon camp oversee the work. A banquet will follow with refreshments for guests.

Cicero Midbom Samrday Ciera Trion Initi M. W Cedar Camp Sta- Fon

Third Regiment May Be Sent to Alaska

March 1 dispatch reports Lt Gen Chaffee recommends the Third Regiment of Infantry, newly at Fort Thomas Kentucky and Columbus, Crick4, which once faced orders to move, be assigned to Manila. The intent is to deploy around June to reinforce forces in the Philippines.

Alaska Wassington Chaffee Gan Fore Thomas

Answer Filed in the Raw Will Contest

The Cenleabaursnt comystoe claims the will of Edward b. was forged and the plaintiff’s estate misused. The respondent alleges the petitioner attempted to invalidate the will and transfer the personal estate to heirs, citing a forged signature and improper drafting. The court is asked to determine validity and distribute assets to the named beneficiaries.

Births and Marriages and Permits Report

The notice lists births, marriages, and building permits with details on names such as Caren A Tarsans, Ny Swattt, and William Parity. It notes permit values including $900, $50, and $1000, plus addresses and properties like dwelling and barn construction. The fragmentary OCR references locations and dates in a late 19th or early 20th newspaper style.

Cod Bow Pittopntiest Walt Ketze Previl Ravest Coltume Finanek Rosy William Parity Trave Datey Rt. Barn SM Pycher Cotte Patch Sens St WW Wasting Amseys Ean Oliver-ave Reenits Poreh Charles Ff Zollner Earner Washington Elderave Lantz DB Bantth Awemyellirdot Cotter Georg F. Wehter Warmer-ave Renaig Rumiel Frank Stosenbaim Hemore & Renata John GC. Lyle Pairm Willam Cocker Ferry Wolly Caltage

Motorman from College Ave Praises Local Car Service

A Chicago-born motorman named Ray, stationed on College Ave, lauds Indianapolis transit. He says the local car service is largely good, better than in Cincinnati or Nashville, noting inconsistent vehicle availability and frequent repairs as the cars run on oil brakes and often need work in the shops. Ray mentions he has worked there through winter and plans another transfer, reflecting on frequent car shifts and maintenance.

College-ave Indianapolis Neimatl Nashville Tenn Ray

One More Sad Chapter Field Family History

A fragmented OCR era article recounts a Field family history touching on the Feld lineage, Atlantic and De Feld prewpert details, and references to kinship, forgery, and social decline. It names Maren Von and Marnie rk among others, hints at residences and sanctuaries, and notes degradation and family secrets across generations.

Nfay von Cetus Abd Ay Onan Vytua Gisdlay & Wetchers Manly

Predicted Burns Murder Reported in Newark News

A chaotic, garbled dispatch reports a man named Burns allegedly meeting a violent death. The piece notes a disappearance, claims of his death, a hanging, and scattered references to Newark, New Jersey, and nearby areas with uncertain details about witnesses and family.

Untitled historical note on an unclear death or event

An unclear OCR fragment references names and events but lacks coherent context or identifiable details. The legible parts suggest a local incident or notice with possible person names and dates, but essential specifics are missing to determine scope or outcome.

Indiana Briefs From a Torn Page

A garbled Indiana brief item notes a railway incident on Friday in Kvaneville with a derailment risk and a 3 percent power cut. It mentions Weber Soriti, a former clerk, and a murder case linked to Lawrie county with uncertain details. An alert about typhoid fever tops the fragment, along with a Black River track crawler accident and beer and whisky thefts near Tiverton, with townspeople and merchants involved.

Kvanevill Aue Weber Soriti Lawrie Connaty Mta Hing Tiverton Merchen

Box Car Tourists Struck by Arrest in Frisco Case

Three youths Edward Reach John Brown and Frank Lines were arrested Friday on a charge of loitering by detectives Matining and Simon. They claim they were simply passing through and seeking work on a Saturday morning in Whallon. The trio face fines and costs in the case.

Edward Reach John Brown Matining Simon

Panther Attacks Boy in Harrowing Forest Incident

A panther attack near a village left a boy gravely injured after being bitten and dragged toward a cage. Witnesses described the dangerous encounter, with rescuers and local authorities responding promptly to secure the area and assist the victim.

Damages Sought After Alleged Attack at Meera Apartment Block

A plaintiff sues Pistaan Satefin for damages claiming an assault at a Meira Litinint block. The complaint alleges abusive language and threats during the incident, with remnant references to a past conflict and a request for compensation. The case names Bosemon BROW and other party affiliates in a local civil action.

Apuu Pistaan Meira Bosemon Thames

Indianapolis Livestock Market Report Delivers Wide Range of Prices

Indiana figures show steer and heifer quotes across classes from common to best, with medium and light cattle varying. Hogs and sheep demand mixed as trade noted softer tone in New York stocks, while local turnout and prices reflected broader market activity and seasonal shifts.

Ieee Chetce Tod Mteere Tara Jaen God Sigat

Toledo Grain Trade Report Confused OCR Fragment

An OCR fragment from Toledo grain trade notes shows garbled, partial terms including numbers and place names. The readable bits mention a price or amount around 680 dollars and references to dates or locations that remain unclear.

Chicago Produce Market Jumble Sparks Busy Trading

A fragmented paste from a Chicago wholesale market page shows mixed listings for poultry cheeses meats and farm goods. Mentions of turkey ducks geese beef and butter with price notes and multiple vendor names suggesting a bustling but unclear market report.

Wagon Market Report and Mixed Grain Prices

Cincinnati live stock and market notes show mixed wagon market activity for March with oats and oats priced around 209 dollars per hundredweight. Nearby quotes reflect fluctuating prices for eastern markets as traders assess supply and demand.

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